Education

The Wayne Soukup Art Literature Collection is the cornerstone of the Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art Library. The museum also holds resources to learn about agrarianism and the arts through a collection of books and periodicals. The archives of the museum hold collections on Dale Nichols as well as other agrarian artists. We are […]

Bone Creek Museum cultivates and celebrates artistic expression in young people. The museum periodically sponsors art competitions and writing contests for students. The ‘News’ page will alert you to upcoming contests and contest results. Participants of a recent Writing Contest in conjunction with John Roush: Meditations from Missouri took home Bone Creek t-shirts and cash […]

Professional and volunteer art docents lead school and civic groups through tours of the museum’s permanent collection and changing exhibitions gallery. Tours can be tailored for all ages and curriculum needs. Guided tours are a great way to learn more about each piece of art and gather a more complete perspective of Agrarian Artist’s impact […]

Humanities Presentations and Panel Discussions are educational experiences that allows visitors to learn and discuss the content of exhibitions. In March 2013, for example, Nancy Gillis presented The Voices of Native American Women. Nancy Gillis is the director of the John G. Neihardt foundation. Ms.Gillis is also a teacher on faculty at Wayne State College, the […]

Artist workshops provide guests with an even closer look into the creative process with interactive and hands-on programming that will immerse you in fine art and agrarian heritage. In April 2013, Michael Albrechtsen of Kansas and Michael Bingham from Utah led a three-day Plein Air workshop in the Butler County area for artists from the […]

Bone Creek Museum believes in the importance of giving artists an opportunity to showcase their work.  Artists share with audiences their intentions, inspirations, and creative process at the museum. Receptions are held for exhibitions and are announced in our quarterly newsletter and through postcard mailings. Check our Facebook page as well as our website for […]